Go Tell It: 5 Tips for Fearlessly Sharing the Good News This Christmas

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To kick off this month of Christmas posts, I’m giving away one hardcover copy of Alistair Begg’s Christmas Playlist! Simply leave a comment below for your chance to win! “Happy holidays!” The clerk smiled at me at me from behind the checkout counter. I smiled right back and bravely answered, “Merry Christmas!” It’s easier this time of year to find …

Thankless Thanksgiving: How Gratitude Beats Your Fears in the Hard Times

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Jerusha: I’m so thankful (see what I did there?) to introduce you to Christian writer, Janine Rosche! Janine and I just started to get to know each other better, and I’ve been delighted to find in her a special encourager and friend. She’s sharing some of that practical encouragement and truth with all of us today! By Janine Rosche Thanksgiving …

Out of Control: How Letting Go Can Beat Your Fears

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Jerusha: I’m so thrilled to introduce you to a friend of mine, Jeanne Takenaka! Jeanne is such a sweet lady that I’ve rubbed shoulders with at a few writers conferences, and I always feel encouraged after I speak with her. She’s passing on that encouragement to you today in this post I so needed to read. I hope it helps …

Fear Warrior Friends: A Chat with Liz Johnson on Scary Movies, Car Washes, and Fighting Fear

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Jerusha: We haven’t had an interview with a FW Friend for a long time, and I’m thrilled to bring it back with a chat with Christian author Liz Johnson! Liz writes fantastic suspense and contemporary romance. She’s graciously giving away one free print copy of her brand new romance, A Sparkle of Silver, to one of you. Leave a comment …

More than Mundane: Conquering Fear of Insignificance

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Jerusha: I’m so happy to welcome back Emily Conrad, my friend and fellow Christian fiction writer, to the FW Blog! In honor of the paperback release of Emily’s debut novel, Justice, I’m giving away a signed print copy to one of you. Simply leave a comment below for your chance to win! By Emily Conrad My heartbeats make my breath …

Unfriendly Reminder: Conquering Temptations to Fear

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I hear of a friend’s parent diagnosed with cancer. A reminder. I learn that a woman was attacked in a similar place to where I’m headed. A reminder. My dog, diagnosed with terminal cancer, lets out a painful-sounding cough. A reminder. Someone I care about makes another wrong choice that could lead to disaster. A reminder. We’re all surrounded by …

Even If: Choosing Faith Over Fear When the “What If” Happens

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Jerusha: I’m so excited to have blogger and super-powered book reviewer, Carrie Schmidt, as my guest today! In honor of Carrie’s amazing support for Christian fiction, I’m giving away a free print copy of Janice Cantore’s Drawing Fire to one of you! Simply leave a comment below for your chance to win. And please join me in giving Carrie a …

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The Steepest Path: A Single Parent’s Choice of Faith vs. Fear

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Jerusha: I’m excited to welcome Dorina Lazo Gilmore to the FW Blog today! In her books and on her own blog, Dorina writes about chasing glory through everyday sorrows, struggles, and triumphs. Dorina is graciously giving away one print copy of her Bible study, Glory Chasers! Simply leave a comment below for a chance to win. And please join me …

Overcoming Criticism without a Thick Skin

A Discouraging Word: How to Fearlessly Overcome Criticism without a Thick Skin

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She stopped writing that day. I’ve seen it happen more than once. A writer attends a conference, maybe for the first time, and instead of being encouraged by the experience, they come away disheartened. In the worst cases, like the one I’m reflecting on now, they leave with the decision to quit writing altogether. Such a severe response to criticism, …

In the Shadow: Facing Death, Loss, and Life without Fear

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I froze at the sharp sound of the cough. His breathing afterward was heavier, slightly labored. These symptoms aren’t yet severe and they still disappear as frequently as they make themselves known. But the signs are gradually increasing—the signs that remind me our precious dog is dying. Faithful readers of the Fear Warrior Blog will remember that one of my …